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Inflation Rates Rise Due to Energy Prices

Updated 2026-10-14 14:55 UTC 1 source Negative

The consumer price index increased by 3.7% in September, primarily driven by higher gasoline and energy prices resulting from the ongoing Iran conflict.

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The consumer price index rose by 3.7% in September, on the back of higher gasoline and energy prices largely due to the Iran war.

2026-10-14 14:44 UTC